Christ-Centered Daycare Director – Santa Fe Opening

Citizen Church; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 61,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Christian Life Santa Fe Learning Center is seeking a passionate, experienced director to help us open and operate a childcare ministry in Santa Fe, NM. The ideal candidate will have five+ years in licensed childcare, at least two years of supervisory experience, and a proven ability to recruit, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate staff while ensuring licensing, health, and safety compliance.

This on-site, Monday–Friday leadership role requires a Christ-centered approach and a strong

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of professional experience in licensed childcare, preschool, or early childhood education program.
• At least two years of supervisory or management experience.
• Experience recruiting, training, scheduling, supervising, and evaluating staff.
• Proven experience communicating with parents and resolving conflicts.
• Knowledge of childcare licensing, health and safety regulations, staff-to-child ratios, and classroom operations.
• Strong organizational, administrative, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to develop systems, establish expectations, and hold employees accountable.
• Must meet NM ECECD director qualifications, including education, credentials, experience, and minimum age requirements.
• Ability to complete all required background checks, certifications, and training.

Responsibilities

• Help complete final preparations to obtain licensing and open the Learning Center.
• Oversee daily operations, enrollment, classrooms, schedules, and regulatory compliance.
• Establish clear procedures for safety, communication, and accountability.
• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and develop childcare employees.
• Establish a positive, professional, Christ-centered workplace culture.
• Conduct staff evaluations, address performance concerns, and develop future leaders.
• Build trust with parents and families; maintain clear, consistent communication.
• Assist with budgeting, financial stewardship, staffing, and resource management.

Skills

Staff supervision

Recruiting & training

Parent communication

Licensing knowledge

Safety & regulatory compliance

Organizational skills

Staff development

Spiritual leadership

Education

NM ECECD director qualifications

Job description

Christian Life Santa Fe Learning Center is seeking a passionate, experienced director to help us open and operate a childcare ministry in Santa Fe, NM. The ideal candidate will have five+ years in licensed childcare, at least two years of supervisory experience, and a proven ability to recruit, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate staff while ensuring licensing, health, and safety compliance.

This on-site, Monday–Friday leadership role requires a Christ-centered approach and a strong